The budget-friendly S-X1 drone is equipped with a GPS module (Image source: LSRC)
The S-X1 is a new and very affordable drone that’s equipped with a GPS module, which should make it easy to handle even for beginners. It also comes with a controller with a built-in display, but there are probably some significant limitations regarding the camera.
We've previously reported on multiple rather affordable drones that can serve as alternatives to more expensive DJI drones, which are available from $199 on Amazon. The LSRC S-X1 falls into that category and is now available via import on Banggood for $128 plus $4 shipping to the US. As is typical with these imports, customers should expect longer shipping times and should be aware of the lacking customer service and potential import duties.
Anyhow, this budget drone weighs 237 grams and offers a flight time of approximately 23 minutes. The battery takes around 120 minutes for a full charge, while the controller sports a 5.9-inch screen, which can be used to look at the images captured by the drone. Pictures can be transmitted over a distance of up to 3,280 feet.
According to LSRC, the S-X1 comes with a GPS module, which means that the drone can automatically return to the starting point with the push of a single button. However, the camera only offers Full-HD resolution, which is considerably lower than the 4K camera sensor found in more premium drones. Nonetheless, the camera is movable since it’s mounted on a gimbal.
The affordable drone is available in black (Image source: LSRC)
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